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Technical Accounting & External Reporting Compliance Senior Manager, Dublin
Client:
Primark
Location:
Dublin, Ireland
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
465a1652458a
Job Views:
5
Posted:
17.02.2025
Expiry Date:
03.04.2025
Job Description:
Because we strive to put people first. Culture, our way.
What’s a career at Primark all about? The positive impact you’re making, the experiences you’re having and the people you’re with. You’re our inspiration. Embrace what sets you apart, own your career and develop in ways you never expected. Leave your mark. And do it your way.
People are at the heart of what we do here, so it’s essential we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best.
Let’s talk lifestyle: Healthcare, pension, and potential bonus. days of leave, plus bank holidays and if you want, you can buy 5 more. Because Primark is all about tailoring to you, we offer Tax Saver Tickets, fitness centre, and a subsidised cafeteria.
In your role, you’ll collaborate with different people across a range of skillsets. Here’s a flavour of your day-to-day:
* Responsibility for the management of two teams, Statutory External Reporting & Compliance and Technical Accounting made up by 7 people in total.
* Ownership of the Technical Accounting Centre of Excellence, delivering a high-quality advisory service to the business on technical accounting matters.
* Delivery, in a timely manner, of all statutory accounts and related compliance for the Primark Group.
* Full ownership of the August close processes, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of the close process.
* Work with external auditors, local advisors and other key stakeholders to plan and co-ordinate the external audit from a statutory perspective, ensuring timely delivery from Primark, one of the key points of contact for the external audit partner.
* Strong focus on statutory compliance with responsibility for all external reporting requirements for Primark entities.
* Responsible for Primark accounting policies and monitoring changes to the accounting standards and financial reporting developments.
* Working closely with other functions such as FP&A, tax, business partnering, legal & treasury.
* Maintain strong channels of communication with senior finance leaders, including the CFO.
* Strong working relationship with ABF financial controller & ABF Group Accountant.
* Develop key relationships with other complex areas of Finance such as Treasury and Tax.
Minimum Requirements:
* Educated to degree level +
* 7+ years having worked in finance and/or reporting roles and in a people management role.
* Accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent) or other professional qualification an advantage.
* Deep understanding of relevant accounting standards in particular those of most relevance to Primark. Staying up to date on new accounting pronouncements and their potential impact.
* Technical knowledge and experience with external reporting standards.
* Driven to achieve results and consistently meets or exceeds management objectives.
* Takes ownership for driving change and maintaining high standards of performance.
* Inspires and motivates teams to achieve high performance and exceed expectations.
* Clear, concise, and persuasive communication skills.
* Expertise in gathering and analysing information from diverse sources to develop effective solutions that meet business needs. To be able to consider different perspectives.
* Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships at all levels, including senior leaders.
At Primark, people matter. They’re the beating heart of our business and the reason we’ve grown from our first store in Dublin in 9 to a £9bn+ turnover business and over, colleagues and over stores in countries today. Our values run through everything we do. In essence, we're Caring and always strive to put people first. We're also Dynamic, bravely pushing the boundaries to stay ahead. And finally, we succeed Together.
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All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including right to work, reference education and for some roles criminal, and financial checks. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our talent acquisition team to discuss.
Function: Finance
Job Type: Employee – Fixed Term
Country: Republic of Ireland
Job Profile: Senior Finance Manager
Time Type: Full-Time
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